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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Approach to our Future Relationship with the European Union

27 February 2020 · Cabinet Office

Proposed by Michael Gove Con Surrey Heath

Brexit

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At a glance

Key points

  • The UK Government published a Command Paper outlining their vision for future relations with the EU.
  • The statement focuses on establishing a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement similar to those with Canada and other friendly countries.
  • The approach includes separate agreements in other areas beyond the Free Trade Agreement.

Issue summary

The statement discusses the UK's vision for its future relationship with the European Union following Brexit, focusing on a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) along with separate agreements in other areas.

Action requested

The UK Government has published a Command Paper titled “The Future Relationship with the European Union: the UK’s approach to negotiations” which outlines their vision and approach for future relations with the EU, aiming for an FTA similar to those with Canada and other friendly countries.

Key facts

  • The UK Government has published a Command Paper titled “The Future Relationship with the European Union: the UK’s approach to negotiations”.
  • The paper sets out a vision based on a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
  • Separate agreements are sought in areas including fisheries, law enforcement and judicial cooperation in criminal matters, aviation, energy.
  • The UK aims for friendly cooperation between sovereign equals with legal autonomy and control over borders, immigration policy, and taxes.
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